I could go on and on about what a great school UCLA is. World-class professors, a broad spectrum of excellence in research and teaching, and a great environment to learn. But apart from it as the central place of knowledge in Southern California, UCLA is a great place to spend some time visiting.
It is located in the best part of LA, nestled in beautiful West LA, near Brentwood, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica. The campus is compact and easily walkable, and beautiful at every turn. The school has been on a building binge for the past decade, erecting state-of-the-art facilities to complement the classic structures.
Any tour of UCLA must begin with the Royce Quad, in my opinion the most pleasant place to sit and enjoy an hour. Royce Hall and Powell Library offer gorgeous brick facades and out across Jans Steps is a dominating view of Drake Stadium and the dorms. On weekends, people lounge around on the grass and play frisbee. And during the week, coeds mill about strolling to classes or hanging out with their friends in front of the library.
Head north to the Sculpture Garden and appreciate the classic Henry Moore piece, as well as some modern pieces that have been installed in the last decade. On the east side of campus is a hidden gem - the Botanical Gardens offer a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of the campus and the city. And finish off your day by trying to see if the basketball or volleyball teams are practicing in Pauley Pavillion.
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